Ref. #C9CECE · 1597
Pebble Beach
61%LRV Value
NeutralUndertone
Pebble Beach Technical Profile
What color is Pebble Beach? It's a light cool gray with the hex code #C9CECE. Colors similar to Pebble Beach include Sherwin-Williams Misty, PPG Ghost Whisperer, Sherwin-Williams Gray Screen. Pebble Beach has a neutral undertone, which affects how it pairs with trim, flooring, and adjacent wall colors. At LRV 61, Pebble Beach sits in the comfortable mid-light range — bright enough for living areas yet soft enough for bedrooms, and adaptable across most lighting conditions. As a cool neutral, Pebble Beach pairs with cool whites for trim, gray-toned or rift-cut oak floors, and brushed nickel or polished chrome hardware. Black accents and natural greenery add contrast. Cool neutrals hold their crisp quality under 4000K+ daylight bulbs. Under 2700K warm light they soften considerably — particularly true for any blue or green undertone.
Colors Similar to Pebble Beach
Closest digital match based on color values. Always verify with physical samples.
Misty
Sherwin-Williams
Nearly identical
Ghost Whisperer
PPG
Nearly identical
Nomadic Travels
Hirshfield's
Nearly identical
Bay Waves
Valspar
Nearly identical
Nomadic Travels
Vista Paint
Nearly identical
Burnished Metal
Behr
Nearly identical
Skylight
Farrow & Ball
Nearly identical
Salina Springs
Dunn-Edwards
Nearly identical
Recommended Pairings
Colors That Work With Pebble Beach
Timeless pairing with clean white trim and a tonal accent wall
Side Walls
Pebble Beach
#C9CECE
Accent Wall
Tonal Shift
A warm shift that adds depth without clashing.
#8599AD
Trim & Molding
Pure White
Crisp white trim for a clean, traditional look.
#FFFFFF
Color Palettes for Pebble Beach
Color harmonies based on color theory — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Opposite on the color wheel — creates vibrant contrast
Pebble Beach Room Palettes
Color schemes built around this color — each swatch links to the closest matching paint.
Warm & Inviting
Warm tones with cozy appeal — welcoming and comfortable
Cool & Calm
Cool hues with soft contrast — serene and restful
Bold Contrast
Complementary hues with punch — dynamic and striking
Similar Benjamin Moore Colors
Other Benjamin Moore colors close to Pebble Beach.
More gray colors from other brands
Cross-brand colors in the gray family — useful when you want a similar look from a different brand.
Pebble Beach — Frequently Asked Questions
What undertone does Pebble Beach have?
Pebble Beach by Benjamin Moore has a neutral undertone and belongs to the gray color family.
What colors match Pebble Beach from other brands?
The closest matches are Misty by Sherwin-Williams (#CDD2D2), Ghost Whisperer by PPG (#CBD1D0), Gray Screen by Sherwin-Williams (#C6CACA). Always verify with physical samples.
What is the LRV of Pebble Beach?
Pebble Beach has an LRV of 61.0, where 0 is pure black and 100 is pure white.
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Understanding Paint Color Undertones
Why Pebble Beach's neutral undertone matters more than its surface color — and how to read undertones in any paint chip.